Kerala By-Elections: Counting Begins in 38 Wards

The Hindu · india

Counting is underway for by-elections in 38 local body wards across 12 districts in Kerala. This marks the first major electoral test for the ruling Congress-led UDF government, which secured a significant mandate in the recent Assembly polls. The results could impact the UDF, the LDF opposition, and the BJP-led NDA. The UDF is seeking validation for its governance initiatives, while the LDF aims to highlight issues like power cuts and medicine shortages. The overall voter turnout was recorded at 58.81%, with 3,09,713 voters participating.